Regardless, it got me to thinking about how my recaps for this show and The Bachelor are a real-life example of BATG's premise, with my Bachelor recaps being the Beauties and these recaps being the Geeks. Like the Beauties, people love the Bachelor recaps; and like the Geeks, everyone ignores these. Of course, that might have a lot to do with the show being on at the same time as Dancing with the Stars. If you don't watch this show, how can you know what the hell I'm writing about? Still, as you've no doubt noticed, I've never let my lack of familiarity with a show keep me from making fun of it, so why should you?
Did I mention I have a shot of a beer spokesmodel's ass?
Both the Beauties and the Geeks are shocked and awed to learn that Brandon and Amanda were eliminated last week. I don't know why they were so surprised, though; after all, Chris told them he'd win if they sent him to the Elimination Chamber. And we all know a guy who wears a handmade "I Put the Stud in Study" t-shirt doesn't lie. Speaking of which, here's the first design in my new line of Chris-inspired t-shirts.
Sensing the true greatness that is Chris, Cher apologizes to both he and Tristin for saying she hoped they would lose. Even though she really meant it. Hmm, talking out of both sides of her bare ass. Looks like the experience Cher gained in last week's Political Debate challenges is already paying off.
Someone's been watching What Not To Wear.
Host Mike Richards summons the teams to the library, where he explains this week's challenges. Both groups look at a room differently, he says. The girls look at the décor, while the guys check out the type of TV or video console. "Or, most importantly, how many gigahertz the computer runs at and whether it has a dual processor." You know, Host Mike Richards seems a little too comfortable rattling off lines like that. I'm wondering if he isn't a closet geek himself. Or maybe just closeted.
This week, the Beauties are going to teach the Geeks about interior decorating, while the Geeks will teach the Beauties how to build a computer. And by build, of course, I mean plug it in. "Hopefully after this challenge," Host Mike Richards says, "the ladies will know all about Windows and desktops, while guys will know all about windows and desktops." Get it? I hate Host Mike Richards.
Right off the bat, Jennipher says she's nervous about the challenge, because Ankur has only designed "robots and mechanical-type things." I don't see the problem, Jen. Just have him design a robot that can decorate a room. Duh. Problem solved. Meanwhile, Danielle tells us she "doesn't like computers. Not my thing. Don't like to download." Inputting, on the other hand… Her partner, DungeonMasterKarl, gets all excited telling us about how he helped Danielle learn the difference between male and female connectors. "It's hard to put something somewhere where it's not going to fit," he says. "A male connector has got the pins in it sticking out, kind of like, hehheh, you know, like I guess uh, a male. Or something."
I lurv this ad.
Brittany is trying to help Joe learn about decorating by describing the job she's done in her apartment. Seems she's spray-painted the shortened version "Britt" above her bed in gold paint. Good thing her name's not Virginia. Josh is fascinated by the concept of putting shades and sconces on lamps. "So no bare bulbs?" he asks Cher, incredulously. Although with the crappy audio signal I get from this channel, it sounds like he asked "So no bare balls?" which is infinitely funnier, so I'm sticking with that.
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Comments (15)
Wonderful recap, I love the RedRum reference, hilarious!
I loved Thais and Tyson, how sad that they're gone. Is being able to put a computer together seriously a geeky thing? I mean come on, you just have to match things up!
1 of 15 | Posted by Ash
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Posted on January 30, 2006 10:06 AM
The host's eyes totally freak me out, as if he is always suprised about something. Prob. that he actually has employment.
2 of 15 | Posted by Laurie
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Posted on January 30, 2006 10:14 AM
Funny, funny recap! That picture of sweaty Joe is freaking nasty. *Oh and it was Tristin that said the line that beautiful men could be brought in while the Geeks are out.
I'm sad that Tyson is out, I didn't care much for his partner Thais. Tyson and his Rubik's cubes will be missed...
3 of 15 | Posted by stacyrocks
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Posted on January 30, 2006 10:25 AM
One more thing, that picture of the host IS very reminiscent of Clinton Kelly from What Not To Wear... The haircut... the blazer... the layers and the shirt. Wow. Damn, good call, copygodd!
4 of 15 | Posted by stacyrocks
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Posted on January 30, 2006 10:32 AM
I'd be surprised if Josh ever gets the balls to tell off Cher. And if he does, I'll be screaming at the top of my lungs and jumping up and down on MY bed.
5 of 15 | Posted by sweepea
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Posted on January 30, 2006 11:01 AM
As bad as the new host is, he is like a cool breeze on a hot day compared to Brian McFadden from last year.
I will miss Tyson and his cube!
6 of 15 | Posted by scorpiella
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Posted on January 30, 2006 11:08 AM
I agree with scorpiella--at least this semi-lame-o host-type doesn't think he's famous or something.
Also, I used to like Tristin, but now I kind of feel like she and Chris deserve each other.
Dear Josh: Please tell Cher to stuff a sock in it already. I know this will result unpleasant personal consequences for you at first, but trust me--your fellow castmembers and the home viewing audience will be thankful. Sincerely, Dr. Grissom
(P.S. Please also remind her to wear underwear while rolling around in front of the camera. 'Cause she kinda freaks me out)
7 of 15 | Posted by Dr. Grissom
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Posted on January 30, 2006 11:28 AM
Copygodd, I too LURV that nextel commercial, it makes me laugh every single time.
I'm trying to figure out who Josh sounds like, is it Woody Allen?
8 of 15 | Posted by Pamsey
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Posted on January 30, 2006 12:26 PM
Last weeks recap, wasn't really a recap . This week you complain that you don't get that channel well. Should someone who actually has cable, or at least rabbit ears, who does not live on a mountaintop review the show from now on? Just a suggestion.
9 of 15 | Posted by USNRNPage
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Posted on January 30, 2006 12:48 PM
thanks for the comments, all. and yes, pamsey, it is woody allen. too bad the producers didn't cast a young korean girl, or the sparks would really be flying.
in my defense, usnrnpage, had the owners of adelphia (my cable company) been more concerned with updating their technology than with raping the company and using it as their personal piggybank, i might get a better WB signal.
but that would leave me with one less thing to bitch about. and really, where's the fun in that? ;-)
REDRUM!
10 of 15 | Posted by copygodd
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Posted on January 30, 2006 1:37 PM
did any laguna fans out there catch the Kristen Cavallari mention in the geeks questions, i cracked up
11 of 15 | Posted by G
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Posted on January 30, 2006 2:03 PM
That Nextel ad is my favorite commercial on air right now. Love it.
12 of 15 | Posted by Vee
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Posted on January 30, 2006 3:21 PM
I was hoping you included a screen cap of Tyson and Thais hugging - total boob grab!
The factoid next to Tyson's name should have flashed up as "Tyson, 21: Has felt up one girl."
13 of 15 | Posted by mmmm
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Posted on January 30, 2006 7:45 PM
i was reading this in my college's library and i almost had to get up and leave when i read about the writing on the wall b/c i was laughing so hard
14 of 15 | Posted by marsgwar
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Posted on January 30, 2006 8:43 PM
I realize at this late date responding on here will likely go unread - however, I feel compelled.
I only just now got to watch this ep (I work for a CPA firm and it's Busy Season - that's my only excuse). Copygodd - I love you recaps of this show and always read them. Keep up the good work.
As for that Nextel commercial - I can never watch it just once - I always end up rewinding it and watching it 2 or 3 times. I am starting to have a crush on the dark haired guy -the way he dances just ... I dunno -totally gets me purrin.
15 of 15 | Posted by TinkerbellAPixie
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Posted on February 5, 2006 7:55 PM